A massive gambling scandal has shaken Turkish football. Turkish Football Federation (TFF) President Ibrahim Ethem Hacıosmanoğlu announces that the investigation—initially targeting referees—will now expand to include clubs, executives, and players.br br In a dramatic press conference in Istanbul, Hacıosmanoğlu described the moment as an “earthquake in Turkish football”, following the suspension of 149 referees and assistants, 1,024 players across all leagues, and arrests of 8 individuals, including a top-tier club chairman.br br He urged club presidents to conduct their own internal investigations, warning that both TFF and the chief prosecutor’s office will uncover the truth.br br Authorities are cooperating with UEFA and Interpol, and monitoring illegal betting activity linked to Montenegro, Cyprus, and Georgia.